Best Andrew W Kidd Podcasts (2025)

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Wemby's Unreal Start & Boston's Playoff Despair (w/ Rachel Nichols) 51:40

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3d ago51:40

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Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols break down how the stellar Austin Reaves and Deandre Ayton will have to lead a Lakers team in a stretch without Luka & LeBron. We also discuss Wemby's early hall of fame level play, the Spurs young core, and why the winless Celtics may not want to make the play in to cash in on a loaded draft Sponsored by Underdog: D…

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Billups Joins Rozier In MASSIVE Gambling Scandal (w/ Evan Turner) 43:05

7d ago43:05

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Chris Mannix and Evan Turner discuss what we know so far about Chauncey Billups arrest and Terry Rozier's suspension due to two ever changing gambling scandals. We also discuss why former player Damon Jones role could be even bigger in the scandal before breaking down the Rockets in their seasoning opening loss to the Thunder, and Wemby's huge, MVP…

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Durant's BIG Extension & Updating Our Sixers Prediction? (w/ Rachel Nichols) 42:47

10d ago42:47

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Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols break down Kevin Durant's two year extension with the Rockets, the remaining extensions given out before Monday's deadline, how we're feeling about the Sixers after seeing them during the preseason, how Joe Mazzulla will lead the Celtics this season, and more Sponsored by Underdog: Download the Underdog app and use c…

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Under the Radar Underperformers (w/ Evan Turner) 40:17

14d ago40:17

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Chris Mannix and Evan Turner break down some teams we don't plan on talking about this season and discuss why the Kings are the most hopeless team in the NBA, why the Hornets should have the talent to finish at .500 in a weak eastern conference, why the Pelicans need to be in win now mode after trading away next years draft pick, how the Grizzlies …

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Are Magic & Spurs For Real?/ Lauri Markkanen's Trade Future (w/ Rachel Nichols) 1:00:22

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Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols discuss LeBron's sciatica and if time off this season could actually be good for him before discussing how far the new look Magic and Spurs will go after looking freat in the preseason. We also discuss when and where the Jazz might deal Lauri Markkanen, get into the annual GM survey, and Mannix talks to Jay King from…

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Kevin Harlan Is Your Fave Announcer's Fave Announcer 33:32

19d ago33:32

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Chris Mannix is joined by Kevin Harlan to talk about how he got it into broadcasting right out college, the great advice he got from John Madden to open up on the mic, moving from TNT to call the NBA on Amazon, and how he can make anything sound exciting Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/pr…

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LeBron's Non-Decision & Conference Top 4 Seeds 39:10

21d ago39:10

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Chris Mannix is joined by new weekly co-host Evan Turner to discuss LeBron's "Decision 2.0", what the new look Lakers can do this season, why Cade Cunningham is a top ten player, and what our top four teams are in the Eastern & Western conferences Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy…

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WNBA Head For Long Lockout & Giannis To NY!? (w/ Rachel Nichols) 1:01:15

23d ago1:01:15

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Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols discuss LeBron's non-decision "announcement" before getting into the WNBA's battle between the players and commissioner Cathy Engelbert. We also break down the news that the Bucks spoke to the Knicks about Giannis this summer, why we think Victor Wembanyama could win the MVP this season, and why the Wolves young play…

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The NBA Is Back On NBC (w/ Michael Grady) 41:08

25d ago41:08

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Chris Mannix is joined by play-by-play announcer Michael Brady, who will be calling games for the leagues return to NBA this season, to discuss the many broadcasting jobs he's had along the way, the level of rehearsal they prefer before going on air, their most intriguing storylines heading into this season, and more Sponsored by: Rocket Money (roc…

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Kawhi Remains Tight Lipped At Media Day (w/ Rachel Nichols) 50:30

1M ago50:30

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Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols break down Kawhi Leonard's six minute appearance at media day before he was whisked away by Clippers personnel, how the Lakers looked with a rebuilt roster, why the Lakers decided to extend JJ Redick's contract, how many games Joel Embiid will play this season, and more Sponsored by: Rocket Money (rocketmoney.com/ope…

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Rockets Young Core Tested & Nuggets Preseason Disrespect (w/ Rachel Nichols) 49:44

1M ago49:44

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Chris Mannix discusses how the Rockets will respond to losing Fred VanVleet to a torn ACL before he's joined by Rachel Nichols to break down how Kevin Durant will fit into a lengthy Houston lineup, why the Magic paid a high cost for Desmond Bane in a weak eastern conference, and why an anonymous league poll had very few people picking the Nuggets t…

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Adam Silver Addresses Kawhi Scandal & Sixers or Celtics? (w/ Rachel Nichols) 49:43

2M ago49:43

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Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols debate if we're underrating or overrating the Sixers and Celtics going into this season before getting into Adam Silver addressing the Kawhi Leonard scandal publicly, if the league will want to take on Steve Ballmer, and Silver's rough comments on the rising costs of watching an NBA game at home and in person Adverti…

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E124 | John Frankel of ff Venture Capital on AI Point Solutions (AIPS), Energy, Manufacturing & Fund Size Strategy 39:32

2M ago39:32

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In this episode of Fireside with a VC, I sit down with John Frankel, founder and partner at ff Venture Capital, to discuss: · The rise of AI Point Solutions (AIPS) · ff VC’s new fund driving innovation in energy and manufacturing · How VC fund size and strategy influence performance across different economic cycles John shares insights on how targe…

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Steve Ballmer Gives Unconvincing Denial of Scandal Involvement 14:37

2M ago14:37

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Chris Mannix dissects Steve Ballmer breaking his silence on Sportscenter in an interview with Ramona Shelburne where he emphatically denied his involvement in the Kawhi Leonard endorsement scandal and why his many reasons were less than convincing Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy…

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The Kawhi Endorsement Scandal Won't Go Away Soon (w/ Rachel Nichols) 35:53

2M ago35:53

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Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols discuss the bombshell reporting by Pablo Torre that alleges Kawhi Leonard signed a $28 million no-show marketing agreement to circumvent the salary cap. We break down why it appears to be true, past punishments for teams doing it, and why we can expect a thorough investigation by the league into an issue it takes ver…

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Western Conference Contender Tier List (w/ Rachel Nichols) 1:12:15

2M ago1:12:15

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Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols break down the western conference contenders tier list into who the ring chasers, middle of the pack, and Cancun bound teams are and wonder if we'll see another slugfest between the Thunder and Nuggets in the playoffs, if we're underrating the Clippers and Lakers, where the Wolves and Mavs land after their roster mis…

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Eastern Conference Contender Tier List (w/ Rachel Nichols) 40:24

2M ago40:24

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Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols break down the eastern conference contenders tier list into who the ring chasers, middle of the pack, and Cancun bound teams are and wonder if this is the most important season for the Cavs since LeBron left, why we're bullish on the all in Hawks, and if the Celtics are really bad enough to miss the playoffs Advertis…

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E123 7BC’s Fund of Funds + Cherry-Pick Direct VC Strategy + Invitation to 7BC VC-LP-Startup Events 9:30

2M ago9:30

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7BC’s Fund of Funds + Cherry-Pick Direct VC Strategy (and why now) + Invitation to 7BC VC-LP-Startup EventsLearn how 7BC combines a Fund of Funds (FoF) with a Cherry Pick Direct VC strategy to back top-decile managers and invest directly in their best companies—unlocking liquidity with secondaries so VCs can return cash to LPs faster.What you’ll le…

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Must See 2025 Games & Big Ownership Changes (w/ Rachel Nichols) 47:53

3M ago47:53

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Chris Mannix and Albert Breer discuss Michael Porter Jr.'s recent comments on how gambling has affected the league and the pressure it puts on players before discussing some of the games we're most looking forward to after the league wide schedule release. We also discuss if the Portland Trail Blazers will remain in Portland in the long term after …

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E122 Fireside Chat at Global VC Demo Day London June 2025 with Neil Foster & Scott Smedresman 43:27

3M ago43:27

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E122 Fireside Chat at Global VC Demo Day London June 2025 with Neil Foster & Scott Smedresman on Fireside with a VC. Discussing the changes and market dynamics of the VC startup ecosystems in London, New York, and Silicon Valley. What has changed and how should strategies adjust? 🚀 VCs: Pitch your fund to LPs forfree at the Global VC Demo Day: http…

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What Luka & De'Aaron Fox's Extension's Mean for the West (w/ Rachel Nichols) 59:58

3M ago59:58

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Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols break down Luka getting a big extension from the Lakers and why Bronny James wasn't among the players at his press conference. We also get into if Giannis will join the Bucks at training camp, where Russell Westbrook will end up in free agency, how long De'Aaron Fox will be with the Spurs after signing a max extensio…

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E121 Mark Terbeek, Partner at Greycroft, Founder-Investor-Fit on Fireside with a VC 44:00

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E121 Mark Terbeek, Partner at Greycroft, talking about founder-investor-fit on Fireside with a VC. One of the keys to success is carefully selecting your investors, building a well-functioning board of directors and managing these long-term relationships. How to evaluate VCs and create founder-investor fit and maintain this over time even if the bo…

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Lillard Returns To PDX & Chris Paul Joins LA Again (w/ Rachel Nichols) 46:45

3M ago46:45

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Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols discuss Damian Lillard making a feel good return to the Blazers and how he'll fit into their roster once he recovers from his achilles injury. We also break down where Chris Paul will fit in the Clippers roster during his farewell season with the team and if Marcus Smart will be a major contributor after signing with…

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LeBron's Cagey Future & Beal Gets A Buyout (w/ Rachel Nichols) 44:12

4M ago44:12

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Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols get into how Yang Hansen has become the talk of Summer League before getting into Rich Paul's vague comments on LeBron's future, Bradley Beal joining the Clippers after a buyout with the Suns, and Adam Silver's comments on possible league expansion Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out…

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Cooper Flagg's Summer League Debut & Giannis' Vague Future (w/ Rachel Nichols) 49:51

4M ago49:51

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Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols break down Cooper Flagg's promising summer league debut and why we expect him to improve by the time he's finished in Vegas. We also discuss the vague answers given by Giannis about his affinity for Milwaukee, the puzzling extension given to Devin Booker, the Heat acquiring Norman Powell, and the latest on he possibi…

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Creating Cooper Flagg 19:17

4M ago19:17

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Ahead of the phenom's NBA summer league debut, SI's Chris Mannix sits down with his mother, childhood coaches, NBA vet Brian Scalabrine, and Duke head coach Jon Scheyer about growing the talent from a first grader dominating the rec league to the most highly sought after prospect since LeBron James Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brand…

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Knicks Hire Mike Brown & LeBron Trade Rumors (w/ Fred Katz) 41:24

4M ago41:24

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Chris Mannix is joined by Fred Katz of The Athletic to break down the Knicks finally hiring Mike Brown as their new head coach and if is coaching style will fit in with the James Dolan led organization and if a LeBron trade could actually happen with the teams very minor moves in free agency Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Priva…

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Winner & Losers of NBA Free Agency (w/ Rohan Nadkarni) 1:03:13

4M ago1:03:13

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Chris Mannix and Rohan Nadkarni of NBC News discuss the Bucks deciding to waive Damian Lillard and stretch the remainder of his contract following his achilles tear before discussing how the winner and loser of free agency including the Rockets and Hawks making major moves to contend and the Lakers and Pacers making little improvements and sufferin…

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Is There Really A Trade Market For LeBron (w/ Jovan Buha) 39:16

4M ago39:16

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Chris Mannix and Jovan Buha discuss LeBron James exercising his option for the 2025 season and if he'll seek a trade if the team isn't prepared to compete for a championship this season. We also get into the state of the Lakers roster and if the rumored additions and subtractions will live up to the expectations of Luka Doncic Advertising Inquiries…

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Breaking Down The Wildest NBA Draft In Years (w/ Rachel Nichols) 59:58

4M ago59:58

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Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols get into an eventful NBA and discuss Ace Bailey getting snagged by the Jazz in a surprise move, the Suns loading up on questionable centers, why the Pelicans gave up an unprotected first round pick to draft Derik Queen, the wild swing made by the Blazers in drafting China's Yang Hansen, plus the moves made by the Cel…

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Haliburton's Injury Clouds OKC's Title Clincher (w/ Rachel Nichols) 34:05

4M ago34:05

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Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols discuss Tyrese Haliburton's devastating injury in game 7 and if the league can do anything to mitigate these injuries before breaking down Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's case for the hall of fame and if the Thunder can build a dynasty in today's modern party filled NBA Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands P…

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Lakers $10 Billion Sale & Game 7 Finals Showdown (w/ Mark Medina) 40:11

4M ago40:11

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Chris Mannix is joined by Mark Medina to discuss the Lakers $10 billion sale, if it's still profitable to run an NBA team, and what changes may come to the Lakers front office. We also break down the first Finals game 7 in ten years and discuss if the Thunder start a new dynasty or if the Pacers are the team of destiny Sponsored by: LinkedIn Jobs L…

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Desmond Bane Traded & Jalen Williams Ascension (w/ Rachel Nichols) 47:35

5M ago47:35

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Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols discuss if the Indiana Fever need an enforcer for Caitlin Clark after a very physical game against the Connecticut Sun before getting into why the Desmond Bane trade was one of the rare trades where both teams win and why Jalen Williams will keep climbing the all nba rankiings next season after his 40 point explosion…

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Everyone Rejects The Knicks & Pacers Out Run OKC (w/ Rachel Nichols) 53:14

5M ago53:14

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Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols discuss how the Knicks coaching search keeps getting more desperate as a fifth team denies a request to poach their play caller, how the Kevin Durant trade rumors intensifying means we are in for an eventful draft night, and what the Thunder need to do to even the series as the Pacers out hustle them in game three Ad…

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Thunder Even It Up & the Jason Kidd To Knicks Rumors (w/ Mark Medina) 31:30

5M ago31:30

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Chris Mannix discusses the rumors surrounding Jason Kidd leaving the Mavericks to coach the Knicks and why the Mavs should consider blowing up the roster around Cooper Flagg before he's joined by Mark Medina to break down how the Thunder bounced back from their own Pacers comeback to dominate in game 2 Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/b…

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Thibs Shocking Firing & Thunder/Pacers Preview (w/ Rachel Nichols) 54:41

5M ago54:41

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Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols get into the surprise firing of Tom Thibodeau and question the motives behind letting a coach go that led the Knicks to their first conference finals in twenty five years. We also discuss the end of the NBA on TNT as the league goes to streaming, and preview the Finals matchup between the Thunder and Pacers Sponsored…

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The Knicks Need To Run It Back (w/ Fred Katz) 42:28

5M ago42:28

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Chris Mannix is joined by Fred Katz of The Athletic to talk about what the Knicks need to do after losing to the Pacers in the ECF, what Mitchell Robinson does for this team, the good and not so good of Karl-Anthony Towns, and how Jalen Brunson can become the best player in franchise history Sponsored by: Underdog Sports Must be 18 plus (19 plus in…

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Ant Edwards Playoff Struggles & Knicks Mix It Up (w/ Rachel Nichols) 53:06

5M ago53:06

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Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols discuss Ant Edwards passive game four performance and if he still has room to grow as a player at only twenty three years old. We also discuss the Knicks lineup changes against the Pacers, what the Mavs can expect from Cooper Flagg next season, and what we can anticipate from Giannis Antetokounmpo's upcoming meeting …

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Dissecting That Crazy Pacers Comeback (w/ Rachel Nichols) 31:48

5M ago31:48

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Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols discuss the wild game ending comeback by the Pacers against the Knicks in game one, how Aaron Nesmith played at an an all star level down the stretch, the rampant flopping throughout the game, if Tyrese Haliburton's dad should be reinstated for the rest of the series, and more Sponsored by: LinkedIn Jobs Advertising …

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Nuggets Window Closing & ECF Preview (w/ Mark Medina) 41:34

5M ago41:34

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Chris Mannix is joined by Sportskeeda's Mark Medina to break down what moves the Nuggets have left with a talented yet shallow roster, what we can expect from a stacked Knicks/Pacers series, and the logistics of the Cavs keeping their championship window open by trading for Giannis Sponsored by: LinkedIn Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com…

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Wolves In WCF Again & Warriors Still Contenders (w/ Rachel Nichols) 44:56

6M ago44:56

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Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols convene for the first time since the crazy draft lottery and share their ideas for how they'd fix the lottery odds, Julius Randle proving his doubters wrong this postseason, why we're still high on the Warriors as contenders going forward, and what the Celtics should do as they wrestle with losing Jayson Tatum for al…

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Inside The Most Dramatic Draft Lottery Ever (w/ Kevin Sweeney) 50:03

6M ago50:03

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Chris Mannix and SI's Kevin Sweeney talk live in Chicago at the NBA draft combine about the shocking draft lottery that saw the Mavericks jump to the number one pick and in position to draft Cooper Flagg. We also break down how a potential Giannis trade fits into the drafts, which tanking teams need to make a trade to move up, and our thoughts on s…

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Celtics Implode Against The Knicks (w/ Jay King) 27:18

6M ago27:18

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Chris Mannix talks to Jay King of The Athletic about the Celtics falling down 0-2 to the Knicks and how they've blown two twenty point leads, the less than stellar play of Jayson Tatum, the Hack-a-Mitchell strategy, and what could be the mystery illness inflicting Kristaps Porziņģis Sponsored by: LinkedIn LinkedIn.com/OPENFLOOR Advertising Inquirie…

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A Huge Giannis Disagreement & Clippers Lackluster Ending (w/ Rachel Nichols) 41:17

6M ago41:17

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Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols take their Giannis trade disagreement even further after the Bucks first round defeat, Tyrese Haliburton using his player poll snub as playoff fuel, how Steph Curry's untimely injury will impact the Warriors, and what the Clippers should do after their completely healthy roster came up short in the first round Sponso…

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Rockets Not Ready Yet & The Giannis Conundrum (w/ Rachel Nichols) 46:32

6M ago46:32

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Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols discuss Jimmy Butler's takeover against the Rockets in game 4 and if the Rockets bright future should include Jalen Green. We also get into JJ Redick playing his starting five for the entire second half of Game 4 and if and where Milwaukee should trade Giannis Antetokounmpo this offseason following Damian Lillard's d…

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Anonymous Poll Drama & Bucks In Trouble (w/ Rachel Nichols) 44:35

6M ago44:35

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Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols discuss Rick Carlisle's comments about Tyrese Haliburton being named the league's most overrated player in an anonymous player poll, Luka trying to chase Rudy Gobert in the Lakers game 2 win, the Knicks having a tougher time against the Pistons than many thought, and what the Bucks will do in the offseason if they lo…

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Rockets Horrible Game 1 & Knicks Big Run (w/ Fred Katz) 47:33

6M ago47:33

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Chris Mannix is joined by Fred Katz of the Athletic to discuss if more changes are coming in Atlanta after the dismissal of GM Landry Fields before breking down the Rockets awful performance in game one against the Warriors, the Wolves packing up the Lakers in Los Angeles, and if the Pistons can adjust after a game one loss to the Knicks Sponsored …

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The Most Anticipated First Round Match Ups (w/ Rachel Nichols) 32:17

7M ago32:17

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Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols break down their most anticipated first round playoff series including: The two close to call matchup between the Nuggets and Clippers, what players need to step up for the Rockets in order to beat the playoff tested Warriors, how the Wolves will fare against the re tooled Lakers, the sure to be brawl between the Kni…

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Our NBA Awards Go To... (w/ Rachel Nichols) 55:21

7M ago55:21

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Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols discuss the disastrous media session held by Nico Harrison and the Mavs front office before revealing who we voted for the MVP, Most Improved Player, Coach of the Year, Defensive Player of the Year, Sixth Man of the Year, and more Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircl…

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Key Playoff Difference Makers (w/ Mark Medina) 33:09

7M ago33:09

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Chris Mannix is joined by Mark Medina to discuss the Suns firing head coach Mike Budenholzer before discussing what players will be key difference makers including Jayson Tatum, Evan Mobley, Giannis, Russell Westbrook, and more Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy…